Optimising Carbonate Reservoirs

The economic significance of carbonate reservoirs is enormous, with carbonate or fractured reservoirs estimated to hold more than 60% of the world’s oil and 40% of the world’s gas reserves. Oil produced from these reserves will provide much of the world’s energy requirements in the near future. Carbonates present us with great opportunities for new developments or refinement of existing technology to enable us to maximise their vast potential.

Carbonate reservoirs have difficult characteristics compared to their clastic counterparts. Challenges arise due to the unhomogeneous nature and low porosity of the carbonates, as well the complex downhole well paths that have been created by fractures. Carbonates are also relatively unstable and can be in found in various states of dissolution, precipitation and recrystallization, which affects the porosity and permeability of the rocks. Further, the reservoirs often feature large and inconsistent completion intervals, which cause difficulties in stimulation and production operations. These complex features influence production performance, reservoir characterization and ultimate recovery.

At Tendeka, we appreciate that while it is important to effectively address the various issues associated with producing from carbonate reservoirs, we also know that it is just as important to do so in a way that does not inhibit a well’s productivity. Our best-in-class solutions are customized to suit your individual well and reservoir requirements and are designed help you achieve the best value from your asset. Together with Tendeka, you can comprehensively monitor and understand reservoir fluid flow mechanisms, and utilise the latest inflow control technology to maximise return on your investment. Our solutions have been developed to maximize reservoir productivity, minimize risk, and ensure superior operations.

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